A42.9 – Actinomycosis, unspecified
ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Other bacterial diseases
ICD-10-CM code
A42.9
- Code
A42.9(claims format:A429)- Description
- Actinomycosis, unspecified
- Billable
- Yes – valid for HIPAA-covered transactions
- Valid for
- Dates of service October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027 (FY2027)
- Chapter
- 1. Certain infectious and parasitic diseases (A00-B99)
- Block
- A30-A49 Other bacterial diseases
- Parent codes
- A42
Notes inherited from parent codes
Instructional notes at a category or block level apply to every code below it.
A42 – Actinomycosis
Excludes1 (not coded here):
- actinomycetoma (B47.1)
Index terms for A42.9
Entries in the ICD-10-CM alphabetic index that lead to this code:
Related codes in A42
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code A42.9?
A42.9 is the ICD-10-CM code for actinomycosis, unspecified, in the block A30-A49 (Other bacterial diseases).
Is A42.9 a billable code?
Yes. A42.9 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.
What category does A42.9 belong to?
It belongs to category A42 – Actinomycosis.
Source: CDC/NCHS ICD-10-CM FY2027 code files, tabular list and index. Reference only – code assignment must follow the official ICD-10-CM guidelines and documentation in the medical record.